Um YES! Harlequin has done it again. A beautifully written cowboy book that you won't want to put down!

This is a well written romance that held my attention from the first page until the last.
It has great characters, beautiful setting and the plot will keep you turning the pages.
I received a complimentary copy from HARLEQUIN - Romance via NetGalley and was not
required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.

This is a Christmas Cowboy Romance, and this is the 53rd book in the Men of the West series. I liked the beginning of this book, but I found myself getting bored after that. There was just not enough drama or romance to keep me into the story. I liked the characters, but I just wanted more for the plot/storyline. The ending was good, but it was not a standout ending. I was kindly provided an e-copy of this book by the publisher (Harlequin Special Edition) or author (Stella Bagwell) via NetGalley, so I can give an honest review about how I feel about this book. I want to send a big Thank you to them for that.

The Rancher’s Christmas Star is a well written romance. I enjoyed the plot , character dynamics and the setting. My thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for my advance ebook. This is my unbiased review.

So now I'm currently on the hunt for books that will get me into the holiday spirit. While this book does take place during the holiday season I wouldn't say it would get any readers into Christmas mood but it was a pretty good book nonetheless. I enjoyed getting to know the characters and seeing the bit of romance that was blooming between the two. The only thing I found a real big pain in the neck was how much of her age who being called out and she was was too old for this or that but I didn't know her age I'd be thinking she's had a towards a senior center. She was only in her 30s and the dude was only in his late 20s so they weren't even far in age but might as well been decades apart. Aside from that this was a pretty good romance book I really enjoyed getting to read it.

I would like to thank NetGalley and HARLEQUIN- Romance (U.S. & Canada) for the ARC of The Rancher's Christmas Star by Stella Bagwell. Quint Hollister is a rancher who is looking for a sheepherder to start right away, that is when he met Clementine Starr. Quint becomes attracted to her. Clementine has a past of betrayal that she is hiding. However, she starts to catch feelings too. Once the snow falls, she plans on moving on. That is unless Quint can work some Christmas magic and convince her to stay with him at Stone Creek Ranch. I would recommend if you like Christmas and Romance 🥰🎄🥰🎄

Good book with an unusual heroine. This is the first time I have read a book with a sheepherder MC, much less a female one. Clem grew up around sheep, and when circumstances forced her off the family ranch, she became a sheepherder. She is a quiet woman who prefers the company of animals to people. Her previous job has ended, and she is looking for a change of scenery when she hears of the opening at Stone Creek Ranch.

Quint is younger than his brothers and spent many years dodging responsibility. As that life began to wear thin, his father entrusted him with the ranch's sheep flock. He and another ranch hand have been doing the sheepherder work, but Quint realizes he needs a professional's help. He doesn't expect the beautiful woman who walks in the door when he advertises for a sheepherder.

I enjoyed the first meeting between Quint and Clem. He expected someone older and toughened and was flummoxed by Clem's beauty. He has difficulty accepting her assurance that she is happy with her horse, dogs, and tent, alone with the sheep, for long periods. Quint's natural protectiveness worries about her safety, which gives him pause about hiring her. Clem wants the job but won't beg for it. I liked how she made her case and left him thinking about it. It takes a conversation with his parents for him to see his mistake, and he offers her the job.

I enjoyed watching the relationship between Quint and Clem develop. Neither expected the sparks of attraction that flared between them. Quint is used to playing the field, and Clem put the idea of romance behind her after a relationship disaster. Clem is also very conscious of the age difference between herself and Quint - she is seven years older than he is. I loved seeing Quint find excuses to go to her camp and spend time with her. As he realizes the depth of his feelings for her, Quint works to break down her walls. Some terrific scenes show their connection and how well-suited they are for each other, but Clem can't get past the age difference. She also struggles with the difference between his wealthy family and her reduced circumstances.

I liked seeing Quint try to bring Clem into the family circle by inviting her to a family party. I loved how his sisters took her under their wing and made her feel good about herself. She begins to accept her growing feelings for him but still can't bring herself to believe anything can come of them. I ached for both of them when Quint told her how he felt, and she pushed him away. It took patience on Quint's part and some time alone for Clem to realize the depth of her feelings for him. I liked that Quint gave her the time she needed but had an ace in his pocket to help convince her. His big moment and the surprise he had for her were sweet and romantic. I also liked the epilogue and the possible foreshadowing of the next book.

I liked the scenes that involved Clem doing her work as a sheepherder. I knew very little about caring for sheep before reading this book. I loved her devotion to the flock and her strength in dealing with the rigors of the job. I look forward to seeing more of her and Quint in later books.

I also enjoyed the closeness of Quint's family. They have their occasional conflicts, but the love and respect are evident. Quint's parents are an excellent example of a successful marriage and parenting. I can't wait to read more about the family.

I was provided an arc e-copy by the publisher Special edition for a honest review.

The Rancher's Christmas Star was a cute Christmas story. I prefer when the story is about a older male character and the female character is younger I still enjoyed the story 4 Star read 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Happy Reading
Lisa

Unique premise....

I thought Stella Bagwell knocked it out of the park. Clementine Starr is very interesting, a loner, independent, strong and a sheepherder (I think this is my first book with a sheepherder as an occupation). She is wounded from her past but extremely capable in the outdoors with her horses, dogs and sheep. And a tent.

Quint is seven years younger than Clementine, a player who is the youngest male Hollister, who only dates party girls, the complete opposite of Clementine. I'm not sure if he was interesting enough for Clementine, but I did like that he was younger and didn't quite know what to make of her. There's an attraction but he's techincally her new boss.

I liked Clementine so much.
Recommend.

I loved this sweet Christmas romance. There's just something about Christmas romances that are just so much sweeter.

I had a hard time reading this book. Clint was ok but Clementine was hard to follow. Glad everyone was happy at the end.